In conversation with Gretchen Ward Warren – what makes a good ballet teacher? We were thrilled to welcome Gretchen Ward Warren, an esteemed alumna and renowned ballet expert, to speak to our Diploma of Dance Teaching students. The author of two iconic ballet books with a new one just released, she shared her rich history […]
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New chapters in Prague and Zürich: Q&A with graduates Javier, Jana and Maia Rose on their next steps In 2024, 24 graduates of The Royal Ballet School will join leading ballet companies worldwide, fulfilling their long-awaited dreams of becoming professional dancers. Following their final bows as students on the Royal Opera House stage, our graduates
Graduation 2024 Just after finishing their final performance at the Royal Opera House as students of The Royal Ballet School, our Pre-professional students met their loved ones outside the stage door before heading into the Linden Studio Theatre for their graduation ceremony. Surrounded by family, friends, and teachers, the students celebrated their remarkable achievements and
Passing the torch – insights from our Year 7 and Pre-professional students Our Summer Performances are a bittersweet time at the School. For some of our students, it’s their first time performing as a Royal Ballet School student. For others, it’s the last time they will take the stage with their peers before embarking on
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Barbara Fewster (1928 – 2024) Barbara Fewster (born 4 Sept 1928 – died 4 July 2024) The Royal Ballet School is deeply saddened to learn that Barbara Fewster, former Ballet Principal and Associate Director of the School, has died, aged 95. An English dancer and renowned teacher, Barbara Fewster began her ballet training as a
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End-of-year celebrations and prize-giving ceremonies As another academic year comes to a close, we’ve been celebrating our White Lodge and Upper School students’ extraordinary achievements over the past year at The Royal Ballet School. Year 11 Celebration Friday 21 June marked one of the highlights of the School calendar for our White Lodge Year 11
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Reflecting on our Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park We have just wrapped up our annual Summer Performances at Opera Holland Park, performing a selection of new choreographies and classical works. These performances were a resounding success, marking the debuts of some and the final bows of others. We had the pleasure of speaking with
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The next generation of choreographers at Opera Holland Park Each year, our Summer Performances repertoire includes a selection of student works originating from the Ninette de Valois Choreographic Programme. The programme gives students at different stages in the School an opportunity to create and stage their own pieces. We sat down with three of our
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Summer Fair 2024 One of the most anticipated events of the School year, we held our annual Summer Fair on Saturday 15 June. It was a day brimming with activities, performances, and fun. Nestled in the heart of Richmond Park, our historic White Lodge grounds are usually closed to the public. The Summer Fair is
Lady Sarah Chatto named President of The Royal Ballet School The Royal Ballet School is delighted to announce that The Lady Sarah Chatto has taken on the role of President of The Royal Ballet School. Having previously served as Vice-President since 2004, Lady Sarah has now taken on the distinguished position, succeeding His Majesty King
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